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Drowsy Driving Is Dangerous
You don’t see Yoda using the force to bounce around when he’s sleepy. So don’t drive when you’re sleepy. It’s estimated that, in the US, there around 91,000 crashes every…
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Driving School Instructor (PT or FT)
Well established (since 1994), multi-location, full-service driving school in Northern Virginia, is looking to continue growing by hiring a Driving School Instructor (PT or FT) for Behind-the-Wheel (on the road) training. Great opportunity for a steady, flexible, 2nd/PT job.
You should be a career-minded, self-motivated, responsible individual to work in a family-oriented environment with flexible scheduling and unlimited potential for growth. Must have good people skills and enjoy interacting, helping/guiding others while remaining patient and professional.
Must Be One of the Following:
*Already DMV licensed driving instructor that’s worked for another school
OR
*Have a valid Virginia teaching certificate with a driver education endorsement (teaching Driver’s Ed in high school)
OR
*20 years service either as a traffic enforcement officer with patrol experience in a local police department OR as a law enforcement officer who (i) has retired or resigned while in good standing from such department, (ii) was certified through a criminal justice training academy, and (iii) has been certified to teach driver training by the Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Most Desired Areas:
- Leesburg/Ashburn
- South Riding/Chantilly
- Alexandria/Springfield
- Manassas/Gainesville
Responsibilities:
- Providing behind-the-wheel (on the road) driver training to students of all ages (Teens and Adults)
- Communicate effectively with office and students (via phone, texting, or email) to set up appointments (create your own flexible schedule)
- Accurately complete detailed paperwork and good record-keeping, maintain files
- Give road tests, assess driving, and issue licenses
- Work independently with VERY little supervision
- Come into the main office (Herndon, VA) once a week for paperwork, supplies, and meetings
Qualifications:
- Certified by Virginia DMV as a Driving Instructor (preferred)
- MUST be able to pass National FBI background check annually
- MUST have valid Driver’s License, good driving record, and reliable transportation
- MUST be fluent in English; bilingual in another language a plus
- Minimum of 10+ years of driving experience and good driving record
- Minimum of Associate’s Degree (required) and Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
- Background in Traffic Safety, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or Education
- STRONG attention to detail with emphasis on accurate paperwork, good record keeping
- STRONG organizational skills and EXCELLENT communicator
- Quick learner, hardworking, positive attitude, team player, professional
- Ability to prioritize work and manage time well to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently with VERY little supervision
- Female candidates HIGHLY encouraged to apply
- Very beneficial pay as we provide the work/classes/students
Email Resume and Cover Letter to: [email protected] Attn: Instructor/Ali